2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
